When should the alarm bell ring? – shocking new data on Hungary's population decline

The KSH's interactive application TIMEA has introduced regional and county demographic data, which experts deem essential for understanding local trends. Notably, Zala County has the highest elderly population, with an aging index of 211.2%. Demographer Balázs Kapitány warns that rapid population decline can harm the economy, particularly if fertility rates drop below 1.3. A natural decrease exceeding 1% annually also signals a need for state intervention to maintain viable economies and infrastructure.